Santa Maria High School

10/01/2026

Crosstown rivals from Pioneer Valley and Santa Maria High Schools will settle the unofficial ownership of Main Street with events Thursday and on the football turf Friday night, Oct. 2.
Let's go, SAINTS!!!!!

09/30/2026

The Homecoming celebration at Santa Maria High School reached an exciting conclusion Friday night as the Saints welcomed the Nipomo Titans for an evening of football, school spirit, and tradition.
With the stands filled with students, families, staff, and alumni, the spotlight turned to the 2026 Homecoming Court during halftime. After weeks of campaigning, rallies, and Homecoming activities, Santa Maria High School crowned Bryce Alejo as the 2026 Homecoming King and Viviana Hernandez as the 2026 Homecoming Queen.
A total of 1,193 Santa Maria High School students participated in the Homecoming vote. Alejo received 576 of the votes among four King candidates, while Hernandez received 335 of the votes among seven Queen candidates.
The crowning marked the culmination of a week filled with Homecoming excitement, including class competitions, spirit activities, rallies, and the annual Homecoming Dance. Students throughout the campus showed their Saints pride and helped make the celebration a memorable part of the school year.
“Congratulations to 2026 Homecoming King Bryce Alejo and Queen Viviana Hernandez, as well as all of this year's Homecoming candidates who represented their classes and helped make this year's celebration special.” - Activities Director, Mr. Adrian Salazar
“Wow! Thank you everyone, thank you!” - Bryce Alejo
“I’m so happy, I didn’t expect this!” - Viviana Hernandez
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09/17/2026

Congratulations to all our amazing 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees.

08/27/2026

Back-to-School Night

Santa Maria High School invites all families to join us for our Back-to-School Night TODAY, August 27, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. Enjoy a welcoming, festive evening filled with treats and plenty of Saints community spirit! This is a wonderful opportunity to meet our dedicated teachers and staff, learn more about your student’s classes and programs, and connect with other SMHS families. We are excited to welcome everyone back to campus and kick off another great school year together. Once a Saint, Always a Saint!

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Santa María High School invita a todas las familias a acompañarnos en nuestra Noche de Regreso a Clases el HOY 27 de agosto de 2026, de 5:00 a 7:00 p.m. ¡Disfruten de una noche acogedora y festiva, llena de deliciosos bocadillos y mucho espíritu de nuestra comunidad de los Saints!

Esta es una excelente oportunidad para conocer a nuestros dedicados maestros y personal, obtener más información sobre las clases y programas de sus estudiantes, y convivir con otras familias de SMHS. Estamos muy emocionados de darles nuevamente la bienvenida a nuestro plantel y comenzar juntos otro excelente año escolar. ¡Una vez Saint, siempre Saint!

08/27/2026

It's Football Season!

Santa Maria football coach Mike Jacot let out a big sigh during practice. He wasn’t angry or disappointed. The sigh was because he knows he needs to take smaller steps with the program.
“We have to get better fundamentally,” he said.
Jacot, who was hired this spring, knows his team is behind, especially with the season opener only a few days away.
Read the full season preview on SantaMariaTimes.com -
https://santamariatimes.com/sports/local/high-school/santa-maria-football-gets-back-to-basics-with-inexperienced-team/article_9023f9eb-e195-4fec-8d59-b0240c339942.html

08/27/2026

Yesterday, Santa Maria High School Link Crew members proudly participated in the 13th Annual Day of Hope, a community-wide fundraiser benefiting Mission Hope Cancer Center and its efforts to support local cancer patients and their families.

In anticipation of the event, Link Crew students raised awareness across campus by decorating the school with Day of Hope posters and sharing daily bulletin announcements that encouraged students and staff to bring in their $1 donation and, if possible, give a little more to support this important cause.

The campus-wide effort was a tremendous success, with SMHS students and staff raising nearly $600 for Day of Hope.

“This is a great opportunity for our youth to get involved in their community and learn the meaning of giving,” said Activities Director Adrian Salazar. “It is important for our students to understand that even a small contribution can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.”

For Link Crew member Samantha Solorio, a third-year member, participating in Day of Hope has become a meaningful tradition. “I look forward to this event. It is a great way to give back to the community and start the year.”

Through their leadership and service, SMHS Link Crew members continue to show that school spirit extends beyond campus and that giving back to the community is an important part of being a Saint.

08/21/2026

A big thank-you to our SMHS FFA for preparing an amazing breakfast this morning! It was such a special treat and the perfect way to start our Friday. We truly appreciate your time, effort, and generosity! ❤️

08/21/2026

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Have a great weekend, Saints! -

Santa Maria High School Weekly Update August 21, 2026 News from the Team Matt Stockton - Princi...

08/18/2026

Hello Saints,

Santa Maria High School is offering three FREE Hancock College courses right here on our SMHS campus!

These college courses meet once a week after school through December, giving students a great opportunity to earn college credit while still in high school. This opportunity is open to all grade levels!

Available Courses: (see attached flyers)
COMM C1000 – Introduction to Public Speaking
SOC C1000 – Introduction to Sociology
AJ 101 – Introduction to Criminal Justice

Space is limited, so don't wait! Visit the College and Career Center today to learn more and register.

Take the next step toward your college and career goals while earning valuable college credits!

Questions? Stop by the College and Career Center for more information.

08/09/2026

Santa Maria High School proudly welcomed its incoming Class of 2030 during Freshman Orientation on Friday, August 7. The event gave students an opportunity to begin their high school journey with confidence, connection, and Saints pride.

Hosted by Link Crew Advisors Adrian Salazar, Abel Ortiz, Diana Beas, and Janice Swayze, the orientation was divided into morning and afternoon sessions. Link Crew is a student leadership program that pairs incoming freshmen with trained junior and senior mentors who help them transition successfully into high school.

Throughout the day, freshmen met their Link Crew mentors and participated in team-building activities designed to encourage friendships, school spirit, and a sense of belonging. Students also received their school ID cards, class schedules, and district-issued iPads in preparation for the first day of school.

The orientation concluded with guided campus tours, allowing students to locate their classrooms and become familiar with important areas such as the library, cafeteria, counseling office, attendance office, and other student resources.

“Our Link Crew leaders are committed to making every freshman feel welcomed, supported, and connected from day one,” said Activities Director and Link Crew Advisor Adrian Salazar. “They will continue building relationships throughout the school year to ensure every freshman has the opportunity to thrive.”

Link Crew will continue supporting freshmen throughout their first year with activities, classroom visits, social events, and regular check-ins.

Welcome, Class of 2030! Once a Saint, Always a Saint!